See Polar Bears in Churchill Canada
Thousands of bears gather at the small town of Churchill. In the evening the northern lights give a light show against the dark evening sky. An unforgettable experience.
January in Churchill brings very low temperatures around -21°C (-6°F) during the day, dropping to -28°C (-18°F) at night, with some snowfall expected.
January in Churchill has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.
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51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Churchill typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around -21°C (-6°F). Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -29°C (-20°F) to -27°C (-17°F).
51-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Churchill spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Churchill between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
Find out more about the weather in Canada and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Canada in January →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
We recommend you pack up your warm winter gear for Churchill in January. If you have insulated boots, thermal layers, and a heavy winter coat that can handle snow and freezing temperatures it's smart to bring them. Don't forget gloves, a warm hat, and a scarf. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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